We came over from Europe, stole their land, killed a lot of them, and put the rest of them on reservations, where many remain today in poverty.
The least we can do is ensure that they get good health care, and the Senate could vote as early as Tuesday, January 22, on legislation that would dramatically improve health care for Native Americans.
To that end, the Friends Committee on National Legislation has issued the following message and call to action:
Your senators could vote Tuesday on legislation that would dramatically improve health care for nearly 2 million Native Americans. But the Senate has only scheduled a few hours to consider this legislation. It's possible that opponents of the bill will try and block a final vote, as they have several times over the past five years. Your senators need to hear from you that you want them to make this bill a top priority to pass.
The Indian Health Care Improvement Act (S. 1200) would provide services long available to the rest of the country to American Indians and Alaska Natives. These programs include mental health services, long term care and hospice. Senate approval of this legislation would permit the first modernization of Native American health care in 15 years and save lives.
Take Action
Please contact your senators and urge them to vote for final passage of the Indian Health Care Improvement Act (S. 1200) next Tuesday. Ask them to let you know how they voted. Ask them to oppose all amendments that would weaken the legislation and jeopardize vital improvements to the current health care system.
Background
National Indian Health Board Fact Sheet (PDF)
Latest Information on Modernizing Indian Health Care System
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